Trail Running calendar near Ocean Isle Beach 2026-2027

Badwater Cape Fear on Bald Head Island, NC offers 50 km and 51.4-mile ultrarun options combining 12 miles of island roads and forest with long out-and-back beach sections between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher.

Hit the sand at the Sledgehammer Beach Run in North Topsail Beach on April 11, 2026, with half marathon, 10K and 5K options plus virtual entries. Enjoy beachside scenery while supporting Semper Fi and America's Fund honoring Dr. E.B. Sledge..

Take on the sand in Myrtle Beach at the Pier to Pier Beach Run on April 25, 2026 with a scenic 5K from Springmaid Pier and an untimed 1 mile fun run for all ages. Soak up ocean views, grab a T shirt and enjoy post race refreshments.

A trail 5k'ish run and walk starting at Good Hops Brewing through Carolina Beach State Park on June 20, 2026, with two water stations, post-race awards and brewery festivities; proceeds benefit local school and park groups.

Celebrate the summer solstice in 80s style at Moe Moon's Awesome 80s Beach Run in Myrtle Beach. Sandy, untimed out and back with costumes, swag, and post race food.

A multi-event race in Hampstead on August 22, 2026 featuring a 20K run completed as four 5K loops, a Beer Mile, team and individual entries, and age graded results plus a combined Beer Mile and 20K challenge.

Monster Dash is a 5K trail run at Carolina Beach State Park on October 17, 2026. The race commemorates Great Trails State Day and raises funds for young runners.

A 16 hour endurance event at Carolina Beach State Park with a 4.5 mile loop repeated as many times as desired, on-trail aid, limited camping, and required lighting for night running.

Test your limits at the Naturally Outdoors Endurance Race in Florence SC on December 5, 2026. Choose 2 hour or 4 hour timed events on a 2.5 mile loop, earn a finisher coin, compete for prizes, and support local trail and park projects.

The SOHO-HO AND AWAY WE GO! will take place in Ocean Isle Beach on Saturday 12 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.